Letter: Political cartoon disrespected Steve Lonegan

I find it interesting that those who lean left and, especially newspaper editors, find it OK to publish disparaging cartoons such as the Sept. 25 one by Jim Margulies depicting Republican U.S. Senate candidate Steve Lonegan with a downward graph line going through his back.

How disrespectful and inflammatory!

Whatever happened to those who agree with President Barack Obama, who called on people to tone down the hatred and political tone in this country? Was that only meant for the people leaning to the right and the tea party? Was it not applicable to those in the Democrat Party and political pundits who support the president?

I think editorial cartoonist Margulies should take a dose of the president’s medicine and show respect for someone whose political stance the artist may not agree with. He should not draw cartoons that just show him being juvenile and small-minded.

Let’s take the issues confronting this great country of ours seriously, whether it be the deplorable foreign policy, lack of energy independence, unemployment or the out-of-control spending policies of the Obama administration.

We need a strong, bold, informed and concise voice in Washington, D.C., one that’s willing to speak and vote according to campaign promises, and protect the U.S. Constitution. We do not need another lapdog who can’t think for himself, wishing to remain popular with Hollywood frauds and repaying them for their huge campaign contributions.

Why haven’t we heard where Democrat U.S. Senate nominee Cory Booker stands on the issues? Why isn’t he campaigning throughout New Jersey?

In the Oct. 16 special election, it’s our choice. Let’s make a difference.

Show the likes of Mr. Margulies that his misguided humor isn’t appreciated or pertinent. Send Steve Lonegan to Washington and bring pride back to New Jersey in our nation’s capital!